District 5, Piscataway, Maryland
District 5, Piscataway profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5, Piscataway is a geographic entity located in Prince George's County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 44,066. The land area covers 48.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44,066 | ±2,112 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,844 | ±527 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 15,157 | ±545 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,844 | ±527 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 313 | ±158 |
| Median Home Value | $492,900 | ±$13,660 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,331 | ±$308 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $148,438 | ±$10,607 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,630 | ±$3,522 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,905 | ±712 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,103 | ±1,078 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 966,629 (2024)
ID: 166367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUD
14741 GOVERNOR ODEN BOWIE DR, UPPER MARLBORO MD 20772-3043
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Accokeek, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Temple Hills, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Washington University of Science and Technology
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College | 8.1 mi away | 2900 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22314-5202 |
7039412020
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ACCOKEEK BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 15773 LIVINGSTON RD, ACCOKEEK, MD, 20607 |
(301) 292-2880
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Strayer University-Maryland
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College | 9.6 mi away | 5110 Auth Way, Suitland, MD, 20746 |
8774457180
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SHERWOOD REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 2501 SHERWOOD HALL LN., ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22306 |
(703) 765-3645
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Hair Academy II
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College Vocational | 9.7 mi away | Iverson Mall, 3705 Branch Avenue, Lower Level, Hillcrest Heights, MD, 20748-1401 |
3014592509
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MARTHA WASHINGTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 6614 FORT HUNT RD., ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22307 |
(703) 768-6700
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College of Southern Maryland
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College | 10.1 mi away | 8730 Mitchell Rd, La Plata, MD, 20646-0910 |
3019342251
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SURRATTS-CLINTON BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 9400 PISCATAWAY RD., CLINTON, MD, 20735 |
(301) 868-9200
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CET-Alexandria
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College Vocational | 10.3 mi away | 6295 Edsall Rd, Plaza 500, Ste. 220, Alexandria, VA, 22312 |
4082877924
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WALDORF WEST
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 10405 O`DONNELL PLACE, WALDORF, MD, 20603 |
(301) 645-1395
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at OXON HILL, MD US, located 6.3 miles from District 5, Piscataway. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.7° | 27.4° | 35.5° | 3.08" | — |
| February | 47.5° | 28.3° | 37.9° | 2.89" | — |
| March | 55.8° | 35.0° | 45.4° | 4.04" | — |
| April | 67.4° | 44.7° | 56.1° | 3.38" | — |
| May | 75.7° | 54.7° | 65.2° | 4.45" | — |
| June | 84.4° | 63.8° | 74.1° | 4.85" | — |
| July | 88.0° | 68.8° | 78.4° | 4.96" | — |
| August | 86.5° | 67.3° | 76.9° | 4.16" | — |
| September | 80.1° | 60.5° | 70.3° | 4.37" | — |
| October | 68.3° | 48.2° | 58.3° | 3.75" | — |
| November | 57.2° | 38.5° | 47.8° | 3.13" | — |
| December | 47.8° | 31.3° | 39.5° | 3.75" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accokeek CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fort Washington CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fort Hunt CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Friendly CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Hybla Valley CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Clinton CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2403390432. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.